May weather forecast
East Hartford, CT

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Weather in May

May is a month of pleasantly warm temperatures and increased precipitation in East Hartford. A steady climb in temperature continues from April, with low and high averages measuring at 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C) respectively. Though rainfall inches up to 2.6" (66mm), it feeds the blooming flora making the city a visual treat. June would see the onset of summer with higher temperatures and the beginning of vacation season. May is the time to enjoy the good weather and take part in outdoor events around the city.

Temperature

May's onset in East Hartford, Connecticut, witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) in April to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). In East Hartford, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in East Hartford is 74%.

Rainfall

In East Hartford, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Hartford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.8 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, East Hartford aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In East Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Daylight

In East Hartford, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In East Hartford, the average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in East Hartford, Connecticut, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in May translates into these instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in East Hartford?

The high-temperature, in May, in East Hartford, is 68.9°F (20.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 49.5°F (9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in East Hartford?

The average relative humidity in May in East Hartford, Connecticut, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May in East Hartford?

In May, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout May, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in East Hartford?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, East Hartford aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Hartford have in May?

In East Hartford, the average day length in May is 14h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in East Hartford?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in East Hartford?

In East Hartford, Connecticut, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in East Hartford?

In East Hartford, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
East Hartford, CT

Average temperature in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in May
East Hartford, CT

Average pressure in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
East Hartford, CT

Average wind speed in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
East Hartford, CT

Average humidity in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in May
East Hartford, CT

Average rainfall in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in May
East Hartford, CT

Average rainfall days in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in May
East Hartford, CT

Average snowfall in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
East Hartford, CT

Average snowfall days in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
East Hartford, CT

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
East Hartford, CT

Average sunshine days in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in May
East Hartford, CT

Average UV index in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
East Hartford, CT

Average cloud cover in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
East Hartford, CT

Average visibility in May - East Hartford, CT
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, May and September (5mi).

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